Intercultural Communication

Course Title

Course Title in English

Intercultural Communication

Course Type

Major Courses

−

Eligible Students

School of Economics and Management

Target Grade

All

Course Numbering Code

KCCBG1MCA7

Credits

2.00Credits

The course numbering code represents the faculty managing the subject, the department of the target students, and the education category (liberal arts / specialized course). For detailed information, please download the separate manual from the upper right 'question mark'.

Type of Class

講義・演習 (Lecture/Seminar)

Eligible Year/Semester

Spring semester 2026

(Spring semester)

Instructor

Tamas Carmen

Affiliation

School of Economics and Management

Language of Instruction

English

Related SDGs

3／4／10／16

Office Hours and Location

After class, in the room, or appointment by email.

Contact

tamas@em.u-hyogo.ac.jp

Corresponding Diploma Policy

A double circle indicates the most relevant DP number and a circle indicates the associated DP.

Corresponding Undergraduate School DP

1◎／2◎／3◎

Corresponding Graduate School DP

ー

Corresponding University-Wide DP

N/a

Academic Goals of Teacher Training Course

ー

Course Objectives and Learning Outcome

Course objectives: This course is focused on developing intercultural communication skills, the main goal being to enhance the understanding of both one’s culture, and other cultures of the world.
Learning outcomes: The students will acquire the necessary skills for life in a global society, where understanding ways of life completely different from one’s own has become a daily necessity.

Subtitle and Keywords of the Class

culture, communication, comparative culture, cultural relativism

Course Overview and Schedule

A. Class content
During each class, various topics pertaining to the concept of “culture” as a human universal will be introduced, then discussed with the students. Students are encouraged to read the indicated materials in advance, so that they can actively take part in the discussion and small workshops.

B. Class structure
1. Orientation
2. Introduction to comparative culture. Culture, anthropology, ethnology.
3. Cultural practices (manners and gestures)
4. Ethnocentrism, racism, and cultural relativism
5. Cultural stereotypes
6. Festivals and celebrations
7. Midterm presentations
8. Midterm presentations
9. Food culture I
10. Food culture II
11. Intercultural experiences
12. Communication and globalization
13. Cultural appropriation
14. Intercultural success
15. Review

In-person/Remote Classification

In-person

Implementation Method and Remote Credit Limit Application

• In-person classes only
• Not subject to the cap on distance-education credits

Uses of Generative AI

Limited permission for use

Precautions for using Generative AI

AI may be used for the purpose of translating materials or identifying sources (which must be verified with the original document/ text) ONLY.

Textbook

The necessary materials will be distributed by the instructor.

References

Relevant references will be indicated at the end of each class (in preparation for the next).

Contents and Estimated Time for Pre- and Post- Learning (Preparation and Review)

Students are expected to spend about 60 minutes in preparation for each class (reviewing the content of the previous class and reading the indicated materials).

Contents of Active Learning

The course will have guests who come from different professional fields and different cultures, to encourage a hands-on approach to intercultural communication.

Grading Criteria and Methods

Grading criteria

S 90%~) excellent (thorough mastery of course material & concepts)
A (80%~) good (proficient grasp of most course material & concepts)
B (70%~) fair (general understanding of principal course material & concepts)

C (60%~) poor but passing (superficial familiarity with some course material)

In order to obtain the credits for this course, at least a C (60%) is necessary.

Evaluation methods

active contribution to class activities 40% (discussions, presentations), final exam 60%

How to Disclose Assignments and Exam Results

Feedback will be provided during class discussions and after the midterm presentations.

Precautions and Requirements for Course Registration

The purpose of this class is to provide students with a practical understanding of intercultural communication, and as such class participation and discussion are very important.

Practical Education

Based on the instructor's 15 year experience doing fieldwork, one short research trip may be scheduled as part of the class.

Remarks

In cases where any differences arise between the English version and the original Japanese version, the Japanese version shall prevail as the official authoritative version.

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